That this House notes that 15 June 2025 marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), an international occasion to highlight the abuse, neglect and exploitation experienced by older people; recognises the vital work of Hourglass, the only UK-wide charity dedicated to ending the abuse of older people, in supporting victim-survivors and raising awareness across communities; supports calls for more open, inclusive, and sustained dialogue about the abuse of older people to challenge stigma, support victim-survivors, and prevent future harm; further notes with concern that every year over 2.5 million people are affected by abuse, yet underreporting and public silence remain persistent barriers to action; calls on the Government to consult on a dedicated strategy to end violence and abuse against older people; and further calls on hon. Members to support WEEAD, amplify its message, and work towards a Safer Ageing Society where every older person is respected, heard, and protected.
Signatories (23)
- Rachael Maskell Sponsor
- Jo White
- Apsana Begum
- Richard Burgon
- Neil Duncan-Jordan
- Ian Lavery
- Andrew George
- Jim Shannon
- Ayoub Khan
- Mary Kelly Foy
- Chris Law
- Seamus Logan
- Ellie Chowns
- Jeremy Corbyn
- Ben Lake
- Liz Saville Roberts
- Llinos Medi
- Ann Davies
- Carla Denyer
- Mr Will Forster
- Wendy Chamberlain
- Ms Diane Abbott
- Adrian Ramsay